No 'silencing' talk: Steve Smith breaks from Cummins' playbook before India semis
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No 'silencing' talk: Steve Smith breaks from Cummins' playbook before India semis

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Australia captain Steve Smith took a different approach from Pat Cummins, refraining from making bold statements in the lead-up to the Champions Trophy semi-final against India in Dubai on Tuesday. The fast bowler backed up his words as Australia delivered a clinical performance, defeating favourites India to claim the coveted one-day trophy at the world's biggest stadium, packed to the rafters with blue shirts. India vs Australia semi-final: Preview | Updates "Yeah, I don't really have a message, to be honest. While India captain Rohit Sharma played down the advantage, Smith said he is focused on Australia's plans for what is expected to be a sluggish pitch in Dubai.

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